A Hospice Alternative Therapy Volunteer

VITAS Healthcare of San Diego

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When

It's flexible! We'll work with your schedule.

Where

Homes and Nursing Facilities in your communityAssignments made within 15 miles of your homeThroughout San Diego County, CA 92123
Patient Care
Provide friendly visits with patients in a long term care facility or respite for the caregiver for a patient at home

About

Volunteer with the nation's largest provider of Hospice Care and join a team of caring individuals. We are looking for volunteers to help imrpove the quality of life of terminally ill patients by providing the following: Music Therapy, Art Therap,y Massage Therap,y Healing Touch, Reiki, Aromatherapy. All assignments are kept within 15 miles of your home.ALL Volunteers must attend a 2 day Orientation to gain the knowledge you will need to work with terminally ill patients. These are held every other month on 2 consecutive Saturdays.

Skills

  • Drawing
  • Spiritual Healing
  • Massage Therapy
  • Aromatherapy
  • Music Arts
  • Hospice Care

Good Match For

People 55+

Requirements & Commitment

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Orientation or Training
  • 1-2 weekly visits, generally 1-2 hrs + travel time
  • 2018 Orientation Dates: Oct. 6 AND 13, Jan. 12 AND 19, 2019

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